Today we are discussing the most important thing to do to become a Brave Mom. This one thing sets the stage for everything else and is the key to success. I hope this changes your life as much as it did mine!

We are beginning a several month long series using the Brave Moms curriculum that we typically use in small groups. We'd love for you to join in with us as we learn how to be brave and to overcome weariness. You can join us on Facebook here or listen to the podcast weekly for the lesson. We hope you'll join us! Find this week's worksheet here.

How do you do life as a mom, which is already so tough, and go through the tough things we are facing as a nation and world? In this episode, we are answering that question and our hope is that you will be richly encouraged and equipped to be powerfully effective today.

There is so much going on in our world right now. From coronavirus to racial injustice to political discussion. It's a lot for anyone. How do we maintain peace in the midst of it all? How do we humble ourselves and ask God to change our hearts where they need to be changed? How do we know what our part is? We are addressing all of these issues in this episode. This episode is one big hug from my mom-heart to yours. 

Do you struggle to find time for yourself as a mom? In this episode we are discussing finding time for ourselves in two areas: Quiet Time to spend with God and Me Time to have our fuel tank filled back up for the challenging task of motherhood. We're talking about how we make the time, what it might look like in different seasons and how to get creative so that it does happen. If you have a desire for more time with God and more time for yourself then be sure to listen to this episode.

We are living in unique and challenging times as moms. How do we handle life with these new norms and stay sane? Join us for a dose of hope for your life as a mom as you navigate life during a pandemic and rise up above your circumstances. This episode will encourage you right where you are at.

This is the episode you should listen to over and over again. We want you to know and believe how for you God is and what He thinks of you. If you can catch His heart for you it will change your life. There is so much hope and encouragement in this episode. We hope you'll listen! IN THIS EPISODE: God Loves You ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭139:17-18 ‭‭Zephaniah‬ ‭3:17 ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭18:19‬ ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭18:19 ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭3:12 ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭149:4‬ ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭17:8‬ ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭46:3-4 ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭48:17‬ Proverbs...

When a new year begins do you feel overwhelmed about setting goals and trying to stick to new plans that haven't worked for you in the past? We are brave moms and we are going to take on a new year in a new way. We will start by reflecting on our past year, asking God some questions and hearing His heart for us. Then we will consider our hopes and expectations and ask God to meet us in them. Let's start this new year believing that God says we are good moms and calls us to be brave and let's...

In this episode, we are diving into what it means to get free and continue to live in freedom. God is so good and wants to heal our hearts and help us overcome lies and the pain of the past. This episode will be a powerful tool that you use to overcome the enemy. Free people free people and when you learn to walk in freedom you will become a mom who helps her kids walk in freedom.  Seek freedom after freedom Practice connecting to God’s heart through your day not just in quiet time The...

There is a tool that every mom needs and when she has it she is guaranteed to be successful. What is that tool? We are diving into what it is in this episode. If you ever feel like you just don't know what to do or how to overcome a particular problem this episode is exactly what you need. IN THIS EPISODE: ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭2:1-11‬ ‭ James‬ ‭1:5-6‬  ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭8:11‬ Acts ‭7:10 CONNECT WITH BRAVE MOMS: website | Instagram | facebook If you love the podcast leave a review here. It will take...

In this episode, we are discussing ways to set ourselves up for a Christmastime full of joy and hope without becoming weary moms. If you've ever felt like you are worn out, overworked and too tired to enjoy this time of year this episode is for you. Let's chat about some simple ways to make memories with our kids, keep Jesus at the center of Christmas and enjoy this typically busy time of year. Don't miss this episode! IN THIS EPISODE: Ask God for a gift for you each day of His voice and...

How do you have any hope in the hardest times in life? What about when the hard season just keeps going and going? Does it mean you are doing something wrong and God is punishing you? What if you have a real enemy that is out to get you but God is going to use this season to change everything for you, to anoint you for your calling and to give you lasting hope? Don't miss this episode if life has ever been hard. IN THIS EPISODE: We may think that when we are being obedience we are not going...

What do you need to know as a mom to a teenager? How can you set yourself up for success and have the right expectations? Today we are sharing helpful ways to be a Brave Mom during the teen years.   IN THIS EPISODE: Ask God for wisdom Ask God to help your kids see that their friends are not the greatest source of information Teach them to ask you the tough questions Ask for forgiveness and model humility Hug them often Give them space when they need it and don't be offended by their need...

What do you need to know as a mom to a middle schooler? How can you set yourself up for success and have the right expectations? Today we are sharing helpful ways to be a Brave Mom in the middle school years.     IN THIS EPISODE: Rest Up! They are going to want to have deep conversations with you during this time and they can happen at all hours No guilt allowed! Set boundaries Learn how to comfort your kids and listen well God will give you wisdom and you don't have to know...

What do you need to know as a mom to an elementary-age kid? How can you set yourself up for success and have the right expectations? Today we are sharing helpful ways to be a Brave Mom in the elementary age years.   IN THIS EPISODE: Give them more and more freedom as they grow. Allow them to feel accomplishment and achievement. Help them learn to do work to help the family out and have a sense of ownership and belonging. Cultivate a sense of importance around reading God’s Word...

What do you need to know as a mom to a toddler? How can you set yourself up for success and have the right expectations? Today we are sharing helpful ways to be a Brave Mom in the early years when you have a toddler.  Share this episode with the moms of toddlers in your life. IN THIS EPISODE: Extra sleep is still needed because your toddlers will have lots of energy. Play games with them that have them using up their energy (run around the table 10 times)... Be consistent with...

What do you need to know as a mom to a newborn or an infant? How can you set yourself up for success and have the right expectations? Today we are sharing helpful ways to be a Brave Mom in the early years when you have a little one.  Share this episode with the new moms in your life. IN THIS EPISODE: Give yourself lots of grace and lower your expectations for yourself. You’re going to want to do it all but you won’t have the capacity in the same way you did pre baby Give yourself extra...

Candace Jones believes there’s never an asterisk on what God asks us to do in His Word. She is an advocate for foster care. She has 8 children, 2 biological and 6 adopted. God called her and her husband to foster and the two of them have taken some wild steps of obedience. Candace doesn’t pull any punches in this interview. In this gut-honest conversation, she busts through excuses and misconceptions about fostering and shares her heart and what God did in her life to take such a huge leap of...

Did you know that you can actually plan for a good day? So many times we just look back on our days and decide whether it was good or bad. Life happens and circumstances arise that can throw us off. But what if there were some things you could do to set yourself up for more good days? That's what we are talking about on the podcast today. We hope you'll join us! IN THIS EPISODE: How to plan to have a good day Listen to your thoughts Are you trying to numb feelings? Really feel them....

Back to School time is filled with so many things to do, buy and read and sign. It can be exhausting. How do you keep your heart from growing weary during this time? This week we have some ideas for you to take note of how your heart is doing and how to refuel so that you are set up for a great school year with your kids. IN THIS EPISODE: Tend to your heart Ask God to show you what you need in this season Take care of your whole self Be prepared to slow down Remember that you don’t...

We all want our kids to achieve great things and follow the dreams in their hearts. How do you cultivate and help steward those dreams? What about the fears you might face as a mom when your kids have big dreams? This week we are talking all about being our kids biggest cheerleaders and helping them learn to trust God with the dreams that God gives them. IN THIS EPISODE: Look for what sets their hearts on fire Don’t burn yourself out trying to make it happen Speak life into your kids...

If you worry that you can't be a mom and pursue your dreams this episode is for you. We are chatting about how our dreams are God-given and how to pursue them while being a mom. The dreams God gives you are rarely going to be easy and you may not feel qualified but God can use you and the gifts He's given you to bless others and to encourage your kids to pursue their God-given dreams as well. IN THIS EPISODE: Stewarding your dreams When God gives you a dream He is not messing with you Ask...

Do you ever worry that you will lose yourself in motherhood? In this episode, we are chatting about how to not lose yourself in motherhood, what you need to focus on and how to keep cultivating your dreams. You won't lose yourself if you remember these principles and keep moving forward. IN THIS EPISODE: The importance of finding the thing that sets your heart on fire How to find it What should you do when your kids are little? Seasons of Motherhood CONNECT WITH BRAVE MOMS:...

Have you ever wondered why you don't seem to have the abundant life Jesus talked about? Do you read the Bible and feel like it is powerful for others but you don't see the same fruit in your own life? This week we are talking about the power of belief in your life as a mom. Belief is what activates God's Word and helps you live the abundant life you long to have. Don't miss this powerful truth and rich encouragement. IN THIS EPISODE: 2 Chronicles 20:20 2 Corinthians 3:14-15 How...